Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing
What is FEES?
Modified Barium Swallow
What does MBS stand for?
Radiologist or radiology technologist
Who performs a full barium?
Implement dietary restrictions
What is the SLP's role during the FEES exam?
A radiologist and an SLP
Who performs an MBS?
Upper GI tract
What does a full barium examine?
Pharyngeal phase aspiration
What does the FEES exam diagnose?
Oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal
What 3 phases of swallowing do we examine during an MBS?
Esophagram
What is full barium also known as?
A patient with dysphagia
Who qualifies for a FEES exam?
Barium
What is added to the food/liquid during an MBS?
To help dilate the esophagus for optimal imaging
What are gas crystals used for?
The anatomy and physiology of the hypopharynx
What does the FEES exam view?
True!
True or false: MBS involves fluoroscopic evaluation
NPO for 12 hours
What are some considerations before a full barium?